Order Bolivian Driving License: Your Simple Guide to Driving Legally!

So, I’ve been in Bolivia for a while now, and I finally decided it was time to get a local driving license. You know, just to make things official and easier on the road. I had heard all sorts of stories about how complicated it could be, but honestly, it wasn’t that bad. Just a bit of a runaround, but hey, that’s life, right?

First thing I did was check out what I needed. Turns out, if you’re over 21 and have a license from your home country, you’re halfway there. But, they also mentioned something about an International Driving Permit, which I thought was a good idea, just to cover all bases. So, I went ahead and got one of those too before starting the process.

My first move was to head to the local police station. I figured they’d be the ones to know where to start. I walked in, showed them my current license, and asked what the next steps were. They were pretty helpful, all things considered. They gave me a list of documents I needed to gather. Nothing too crazy, mostly just proving who I am and that I can actually drive.

• Gather Documents: I spent the next few days getting all my paperwork in order. This included my passport, a copy of my foreign driver’s license, and the International Driving Permit.
• Medical Check: Oh, and I had to get a medical check-up. Just a basic one to make sure I’m fit to drive. It was quick, got it done at a local clinic.
• Vision Test: They also wanted a vision test. Found an optometrist, did the test, got the certificate. Easy peasy.

Once I had all that sorted, I went back to the police station. They checked everything, made sure it was all in order. Then they directed me to the SEGIP office – that’s the place where they actually issue the licenses.

At SEGIP, I filled out some forms, paid a fee (can’t remember the exact amount, but it wasn’t too steep), and they took my photo. After that, it was just a matter of waiting. They told me to come back in a few days to pick up the license.

Sure enough, a few days later, I went back, and there it was, my Bolivian driving license! Felt pretty good to have it in hand. Now I can drive around without any worries.

So yeah, that’s my experience getting a driving license in Bolivia. It’s not something you’ll do in a day, but if you’re patient and organized, it’s totally doable. Just make sure you’ve got all your documents, get that medical and vision check done, and follow the steps they give you. You’ll be driving around Bolivia in no time!